Commodity buyer - 365 Gradi

Our client is the Italian subsidiary of a Japanese multinational group, specialized in air conditioning business. The Italian plant have 430 employees and a turnover of over 230 million euros.

For the Purchasing team, composed of eight members, we are looking for a COMMODITY BUYER

Main responsabilities:

• Develop the purchasing budget for the assigned commodities, defining the procurement strategy;
• Scout and select new suppliers while maintaining ongoing relationships with existing ones;
• Define and manage contracts governing supplier activities, including updating purchasing price lists;
• Conduct negotiations with suppliers, establishing purchasing conditions and promoting cost-reduction initiatives;
• Provide cost analysis for new products and select the most suitable suppliers based on project specifications;
• Support and collaborate with various company departments during new product development or when solving business-related issues.

Requirements:

• Educational background in a technical or economic field;
• 2–6 years of experience in the purchasing department of metalworking manufacturing companies;
• Good knowledge of the English language;
• Willingness to travel locally for day trips to visit nearby suppliers.

Soft skills:

• Proactivity and experience managing relationships and negotiations with suppliers;
• Strong problem-solving skills;
• Excellent organizational and teamwork abilities;
• Market awareness and sensitivity to industry trends.

The company offers:

• Permanent employment contract under the CCNL Metalmeccanico Industria;
• One day of smart working per week;
• Flexible working hours;
• Meal plan agreement with local diner.

Place of work : Bassano del Grappa (VI).